Pros and Cons of Living in Virginia | Moving to Northern Virginia [2021]

[@odalis756]

Thank you for your videos. My husband and I are considering moving to VA from NY.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for your kind words! We are happy to help whenever you are ready!

[@jeseniarodriguez2956]

I move from upstate NY to VA two years ago so far so good

[@kenkerr67]

One notable pro that you guys missed was the history that NOVA, DC and MD have to offer. From Washingtons Mt. Vernon and the GW Parkway to all of DCs monuments and memorials. Smithsonian Institution’s museums and the ability to sit in on a session of Congress. Old Town Alexandria and Arlington National Cemetary. National Harbor and the fishing communities on the Chesapeake Bay. And lets not forget the fresh seafood wherever you go.

[@northernvirginialiving]

I completely agree with you!

[@totalkoss6096]

NOVA is the bomb if have a relatively high paying job or two incomes. There really aren't any "bad" places to live in NOVA. Fairfax County, Loudon County and Prince William County all have nice options. Even cities are nice Alexandria, Falls Church, Arlington, etc. The worst part about NOVA I remember was the insane traffic! It took me 1.25 minutes to commute 15 miles to work.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Could not agree more with you here!

[@africstyleinitiativesllc1361]

Thanks for sharing. Just took a job offer moving from SC

[@SuperP123]

Very helpful video . Moving from Texas and we definitely feel the housing cost as we are leaving a beautiful home for one that’s much older and on a much smaller lot. We agree these sacrifices will at least give our children several amenities that they wouldn’t have here (walking to a park, a lake , boating and great school). It’s hard to give up something beautiful but sometimes it’s give or take . Also my husband will be taking a bus so his truck is now almost useless 😬😬. We have joked recently that we are paying for your beautiful trees and green grass as our area was hit hard with a drought this year.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you! Reach out anytime please if you need any help.

[@elainechatham5188]

When I attended George Mason University in Fairfax. The people were the friendliest than in other areas of va I lived. Probably because they are very intelligent.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Agree!

[@PrettyPleaseJewelry]

Hi guys! Thank you for the informative video. Looking to relocate from CA to VA. How safe would you say NoVa is? Thanks!

[@viktarkutsevich4004]

Hello, it's a very safe area. Statistically, Virginia has one of the lowest crime rates in the nation. Let us guide you. Call or email and we will answer all your questions.

[@rudyramirez4839]

Let him finish talking with out cutting him up. Lol 😆 Good and helpful info.

[@northernvirginialiving]

😁

[@veromike5843]

Hello, thanks for the video, my family considering to move to VA. Which affordable safest cities/ counties do you recommend us as a family and we want to be able to drive to Maryland sometimes.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Hello, You can't go wrong pretty much anywhere in Fairfax/ Loudoun or Arlington counties. Everything depends on your budget. The closest cities to MD are Mclean, Vienna, Great Falls, and Arlington. You will be further down to MD if you move to Fairfax, Oakton, Reston, or Ashburn. What is your comfortable budget so I can guide you further?

[@vivieni7920]

Omg thanks for all the fun facts- I've visited N. VA before and have been debating going there for grad school so now this is perfect!

[@northernvirginialiving]

Glad you found the video useful :)

[@elizabethpeine4104]

Hi! Your video was so helpful and full of great information! I'm a young adult and recent college graduate looking to move to northern Virginia to pursue an elementary teaching career. Do you have any suggestions of safest areas to live while on a budget? Thanks!

[@northernvirginialiving]

Hi Elizabeth, generally speaking, anywhere in N.VA is safe. Stay if you can in Fairfax/Arlington/Loudoun county. Hope this helps!

[@drj4608]

I've lived in the DMV (DC/MD/VA) area since '89 and was your shoes in 2010 (recent college grad looking for affordable housing). I would start by looking for rentals along the metro system or the VRE when starting out. Having access to public transit is a plus if you are looking to buy and sell later. And if you are a recent grad, you will definitely sell later. You don't have to be in Virginia, but can also venture out to MD. General rule is that MD/VA that borders east DC tends to be less safe when compared to west.

[@allaboutstace77]

Thanks for the video. My husband and I are going to be moving to NOVA from WI, Madison soon

[@northernvirginialiving]

We are here to help whenever you are ready to move!

[@MegaRbailey]

You forgot Howard University 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@mcu3515]

We are planning to move to Virginia. I am so happy I found your video is really helpful I appreciate. I have a question if you have high school diploma is it easy to find a job. Where can you recommend me to start looking a job we are a family of 2kids under 5years

[@northernvirginialiving]

I'd love to help, but i am not sure which field you are looking the job at. Overall unemployment is low. I am sure you won't any issues finding a new job here.

[@mcu3515]

@@northernvirginialiving can I have your phone number or email I contact you.

[@northernvirginialiving]

@@mcu3515 call/text anytime 202-421-3439 or email at [e-mail]

[@CHEVAAN29]

We are moving from New Jersey to Ashland, VA., this summer.

[@MeadeSkeltonMusic]

Ashland is not NOVA

[@CHEVAAN29]

@@MeadeSkeltonMusic So? I'm just happy I'm leaving this expensive state.

[@JoeyDNetsfan]

@@CHEVAAN29 I’m with you, I’m out of this expensive terrible state too

[@dkurdy77]

Will visit soon and hopefully we move over there

[@shellylove3617]

Super happy I find you guys channel cause me and my husband planning to move to Virginia this year and we both love the rural area and I’m scared,excited at time and if you guys have any tips and information we would gladly appreciate it

[@northernvirginialiving]

Happy to help! Are you considering N.Virginia or areas closer to Richmond or Virginia Beach?

[@shellylove3617]

@@northernvirginialiving thank you for responding! we’re not sure yet, we’re still doing our research and.Watching KZbin videos but we do know that we want to live at least 45 min to hour from a big city, and a location where there is DSP jobs for me.

[@northernvirginialiving]

@@shellylove3617 Got it. Your best bet would be Loudoun County if you end up here in Northern VA. You will be 30-45 min from Washington DC. I, unfortunately, don't have any info or knowledge about the DSP jobs in the area.

[@shellylove3617]

@@northernvirginialiving okay, thank you

[@matthewplaza6441]

How is Richmond? I've heard many reviews but cant quite pin point it.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for reaching out. I don't know too much about Richmond. Here are few things I know: 1) significantly cheaper than here in Northern VA 2) quicker access to ocean/water 3) large military presence. Where are you moving from? What's important for you in the next place you move to?

[@tinkhix]

RVA is an amazing place to live. I live in the suburbs , but lots of people are moving back the citu , which is thriving . Quite a lot of people are leaving NOVA and moving to Richmond and telecommuting to DMV( dc , Maryland, Va) we do not have the crazy traffic . I love it here …. Been here all my life.

[@elainechatham5188]

@@tinkhix hi I resided in rva for 35 yes. I liked chesterfield co. I lived in Fairfax while attending George Mason. The people there were friendlier. Fairfax city was nice.

[@beckpack2400]

I don't know about vehicle necessity. I live in Fairfax City and worked on Tyson Corner for over 1 year. Didn't buy car. If I wanted to go to Washington DC, I would just walk 20 minutes and take the Orange Line

[@northernvirginialiving]

No everyone lives walking distance to the Metro :) I think car is a must in Northern Virginia.

[@radiosophea4553]

How far to real nature. Forests hills etc where you don't hear traffic and can really commune with nature ?

[@northernvirginialiving]

There are lots of walking/hiking trails: Great Falls park, Roosevelt Island, Bull Run Occoquan Trail, Lake Mercer etc.

[@RobertSanLuis]

can you recommend the best golf course communities in NOVA? thank you!

[@sherridamurchison5718]

Hello I’m glad KZbin made your video pop up because I want to move from nyc to Virginia with my family but I’m not sure where to go yet then I decided maybe northern Virginia because I would mine working for the government but it seems so expensive to live there do you have any idea where and what I should do because I move there??? Thank you for the help.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for reaching out! Are you looking to buy or rent? What is your comfortable budget? Will you need access to the metro? How far are you willing to drive to work? Before I recommend anything I'd like to find out more info from you. Please call me at 202-421-3439 and I will help to navigate! Thank you

[@medeiros14]

Hi! I will be relocating to NOVA early next year. We are a couple in our 30s and our dog. Mostly working from home with ocasional meetings in DC. What county/neighbourhoods would you reccommed? Thanks!

[@northernvirginialiving]

Hi! I'd recommend checking out Arlington. It's a perfect place for a young couple. It might be pricey, but it's very convenient to everything. Hope this helps!

[@marshat8657]

You should try Alexandria around Duke Street area. It's close to beautiful Old Town Alexandria and you can take the metro into DC. If you prefer a low key family, pet friendly and walkable nature area then Herndon or Reston is good. I live in Herndon and take the metro to McLean where I work. It's about a 45 to 50 mins to DC on the silver line.

[@hyewonkim7856]

I'm planning to move in McLean soon and I got the job in Bethesda. Is there lots of traffic between Mclean and Bethesda?

[@northernvirginialiving]

It's about 20-30 min drive. It gets very congested during the rush hour. Why did you pick Mclean vs Bethesda to live at? The cost of living in Bethesda is relatively the same as in Mclean. Let us know if there is anything we can help you with. My phone number is 202-421-3439.

[@kayletaylor6808]

Haha., It's like LA. Have fun...

[@CarmW2314]

I'm excited to move to Alexandria in June! Do you guys suggest that I drive from Taylor Run to my office in Old Town North? Thanks for making these videos!! 😊 I would love to learn more about the specific neighborhoods & restaurants you guys suggest for different price ranges.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for your kind words and thank you for watching! The easiest way to get to Old Town North is by driving. It's about 45-1hr walking distance (Old Town is great for walking) and only a 10 min drive. Thank you for the future suggestions! We will try to implement a few ideas soon. Let us know if there anything we can help you with in your move!

[@elsafernandez2389]

You didn't mention that you have a yearly car tax

[@godchild4137]

Hi is it expansive to live in Arlington VA or Maryland like new Jersey I just want to know

[@northernvirginialiving]

Arlington VA is one of the expensive cities. If you drive 30-60 min away from the metro area, price tend to go down significantly.

[@dawoodqazi4893]

Hello kindly share your views about international students like about their living expense and odd jobs i mean that let us know about the opportunities that can be achieved easyly by an international students while studying there. Actually i am going to get admission in one of a university in Northern Virginia for that asking you as i am an international student.

[@BisolaSincerex3]

Hi, So im planning on moving to Tyson center for nursing school (chamberlain University). any advice on apartments that isn't outrageous in pricing? I'm coming from Rhode Island with an 8 year and im having a hard time looking for affordable living on a 1200-1500k budget. any advice please?

[@northernvirginialiving]

Check out apartments in Arlington! It's a short drive to Tyson. There are currently an abundance of available rentals in Arlington and prices went down significantly. Also you will find affordable homes in Reston and Herndon. Both places are a short distance to Tyson. Hope this helps!

[@BisolaSincerex3]

@@northernvirginialiving thank you so much this definitely helped a lot.

[@sahirarodriguez9782]

Im in the same situation. Finding places on that budget hasnt been easy, at least for me.

[@marshat8657]

Tysons Corner is only 3 or 4 stops from Reston or Herndon on the silver line metro and both cities are a little cheaper than Arlington. I work in McLean, one stop after Tysons Corner and it takes 15 mins by train and 20 mins if I drive. Herndon is your best choice. You can get an apt for $1300 upwards depending on location but that's 1 bedroom.

[@radiosophea4553]

Are there lakes or rivers where you can swim??

[@radiosophea4553]

I've been doing internet searches on this and cannot find any.

[@northernvirginialiving]

The nearest best lake for swimming is Lake Anna in Spotsylvania County. There are many spots on the Potomac where residents take their boats, kayaks/paddle boards for water activities.

[@jeseniarodriguez2956]

I just move from upstate NY to Newport News two years ago. So I don't know too much Any info for this area?

[@northernvirginialiving]

it's hardly applies to Newport News. We are about 3 hrs away.

[@workhard534]

Get out of Newport News!

[@shellylove3617]

Omg how cool my husband move from Netherlands Last year.

[@thulisangweni5035]

Hellos Thank you so much for making these videos, I'm relocating in Charlottesville next year hopefully the pandemic will be over in South Africa 🇿🇦 cos my plan was to move this year but I couldn't. Can you please let me more about this area,is it safe for the kids and how is the cost of living? Thank you in advance

[@northernvirginialiving]

Hello Thuli, we are unfortunately not familiar with Charlottesville.

[@thulisangweni5035]

@@northernvirginialiving it's OK thank you so much guys ❤️

[@jujagthemag]

I’ve lived in NOVA since 1995. I have live in DC as well as MD. I’m from NY originally. NOVA is really nice if you can afford it. Weather is great considering it’s a southern state. September to November is the best fall weather on the East Coast. Proximity to DC is overrated in my opinion. It encourages higher rents and mortgages. Very diverse and many things to do. Federal Government is a huge employer but Amazon is trying to change that lol. I’m very qualified to answer any questions about this region including MD and DC. Enjoy great video.

[@jonlaguerre3163]

Why did you move from Md to Va?a

[@jujagthemag]

I original move to VA due to being stationed at Fort Myers. Moving back to VA was just the need to return to familiar place. Actually I’m looking to return back to MD. The beauty of this region-you have so many choices to live in this area.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for your comments!

[@sahirarodriguez9782]

Thanks for sharing. Im recently moving there from NYC. Im still debating which city or county is the safest for me to move as a woman. Any suggestions. I’ll appreciate it.

[@northernvirginialiving]

​@@sahirarodriguez9782 Hello Sahira, You would be safe anywhere in N. Virginia. I would pick a place to live that is most convenient to your employment, metro (if needed), parks and recs or entertainment. Check out Arlington if you want to be close to DC or Ashburn/Leesburg if you want something newer and less expensive. Hope this helps!

[@godchild4137]

What are all the different taxes you pay in both places

[@northernvirginialiving]

Taxes are very similar in VA or MD.

[@rachidaitelhoussain4299]

Thanx you for information (:

[@JonnyBgooD007]

Are you guys originally from VA?

[@northernvirginialiving]

We moved to VA in 2001. Viktar moved from Belarus. Roya moved from The Netherlands.

[@dimilou]

Hello! Your video is very helpful! I never been in America before!I am an european citizen and my family and i were thinking of moving in virginia! I have just finished law school! Do you think i can work as a lawyer in virginia? Or apply for a master degree ? Thank you in advance!

[@northernvirginialiving]

Thank you for response. As far as your law career, I recommend reaching out to our local universities. There is Georgetown university, George Washington University, American University and Howard that offer law degrees. Please let us know if you have additional questions.

[@dimilou]

@@northernvirginialiving i appreciate so much your reply 🙏

[@alphacat4927]

Anyone else see how she just interrupted him and didn't let him talk. lol

[@northernvirginialiving]

LOL 🙃

[@dave-ng4sr]

The schools are terrible compared to where I live. I would think California would have much better schools than Fairfax county

[@azizniyazov4438]

Очень познавательное видео спасибо большое за полезную информацию.

[@northernvirginialiving]

Всегда пожалуйста!

[@Dr.WaltzFromChicago]

Willie Lynch

[@bushido007]

She seems dismissive of his viewpoints

[@northernvirginialiving]

LOL

[@jujagthemag]

You peeped that as well

[@MeadeSkeltonMusic]

I'm a real Virginian. 12th generation.

[@freebirdclark6349]

NOVA is not real Virginia. Please move to Maryland instead. We would be happy to cede NOVA to Maryland so everyone would be happier.

[@robbiefazle7802]

LOL I'm sorry, I'm sorry. But, that place might have great things to do and less crime. And good wealth. But the people are dirty, nasty, annoying, unattractive and extremely rude and mean. So no, 5/10. (Just my thoughts)